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Present:
Mayor Ryan
Councillors:
K. Ashe
M. Brenner
I. Cumming
B. McLean
D. Pickles
Also Present:
T. Prevedel
K. Bentley
P. Bigioni
M. Carpino
J. Hagg
R. Holborn
S. Karwowski
C. Rose
C. Grant
G. McGregor
L. Harker
F. Jadoon
C. Whitaker
L. Roberts
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- Chief Administrative Officer
- (Acting) Director, City Development
- Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
- Director, Community Services
- Fire Chief
- Director, Engineering Services
- Director, Finance & Treasurer
- Chief Planner
- CEO, Pickering Public Library
- Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Sustainability
- Deputy Clerk
- Coordinator, Economic Development
- Coordinator, Sustainability
- Committee Coordinator
(1) Invocation
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation.
(II) Disclosure of Interest
Councillor McLean declared a conflict of interest with respect to the Notice of Motion
regarding guidelines to protect community character, as his son owns property on
Marksbury Road.
(III) Adoption of Minutes
Resolution #220/16
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
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Council Meeting Minutes, October 17, 2016
Executive Committee Minutes, November 14, 2016
Planning & Development Committee Minutes, November 14, 2016
Carried
(IV) Presentations
Michael Angemeer, President and CEO and Melanie Walls, Conservation Specialist,
Veridian Corporation, appeared before Council to present the City of Pickering with a
plaque to recognize the City as one of Veridian's top 2015 Conservation Champions for
achieving outstanding conservation results. Mr. Angemeer explained the various ways
in which this recognition is achieved and presented a cheque in the amount of
$41,920.00 to the City of Pickering.
Mayor Ryan, Members of Council as well as staff members were invited to the dias for
the presentation and photos.
(V) Delegations
John Sabean, Pickering Library Board
John Sabean appeared before Council on behalf of the Pickering Library Board.
Through the aid of a power point presentation, Mr. Sabean provided an outline of the
Library's annual report and noted that in comparison, Pickering has one of the highest
used Library systems in the Province. He provided an outline of new services and
programs, which include collaborative spaces with technical capabilities as well as 3D
printers.
2. Erick Joyner
Erick Joyner appeared before Council to express his concerns with respect to the selling off
of a portion of Glendale Park. He noted that while the park does not receive'a high rate of
usage, residents still walk their dogs and toboggan there. He felt that selling off a portion
would not be a good idea.
Discussion ensued with Members questioning the timing of a report. Staff responded that
public consultation would be conducted and that Mr. Joyner would be advised when a report
comes forward.
3. Anne Leonard
Anne Leonard appeared before Council on behalf of Arrive Alive — Drive Sober to bring
awareness to the concerns regarding residents who may be unaware of alcohol in their
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systems the morning after drinking. She explained how people can be unsure as to how
much alcohol may still be in their system, and how their system absorbs alcohol. She noted
that in some cases this has led to convicted drivers who had done the right thing, but had
underestimated the time it takes to get out of their systems and were unknowingly over the
legal limits.
A brief discussion ensued with respect to the cost of installing the hardware devices.
Nick Stiliadis
Nick Stiliadis appeared before Council on behalf of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems. He
outlined how a proactive program can work and provided examples of how it is being used
globally. He explained how the installation of devices in vehicles would take away the
guesswork, in particular public transportation vehicles such as transit to ensure the safety of
residents.
Discussion ensued with the delegate responding to questions raised with respect to the costs
for the devices, as well as how other jurisdictions have handled these costs.
Paul White
Paul White appeared before Council on behalf of the Fairport Beach Neighbourhood
Association in support of the Notice of Motion to implement guidelines to protect community
character (infill). He provided photos which outlined the existing character of
neighbourhoods where infill construction has taken place. He noted concerns for the number
of older trees, many of which were not protected and have received some damage. He
noted the need for a strategy with respect to construction sites as well as dedicated
enforcement units and tree preservation.
Ralph Sutton
Ralph Sutton appeared before Council with respect to filling the vacancy of City Councillor —
Ward 3. He outlined his history with Rick Johnson as well as his work on numerous citizen
advisory committees. He also noted that he had served on the Veridian Board for a number
of years as well as the Durham Land Division Committee. He noted that a by-election would
be costly and in all likelihood would result in low voter turnout. He expressed his desire for
appointment to fill this vacancy.
Joe Martin
Joe Martin appeared before Council with respect to the Notice of Motion to implement
guidelines to protect community character (infill). He questioned the size restrictions for
smaller homes when seeking building permits, noting that a number of residents would like to
remain in the neighbourhood, but in a suitably sized home.
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Peter Rodrigues
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Peter Rodrigues appeared before Council with respect to the methods for filling the vacancy
of the City Councillor — Ward 3 seat. He noted that when attending last week's meeting the
residents were quite vocal about their lack of representation in Ward 3, making it clear their
desire to see a by-election take place. He noted this would be the democratic process and
that it would be difficult to achieve support for an appointment.
Laura Springate
Laura Springate, Pastor at the Claremont United Church, appeared before Council with
respect to Planning Report PLN 17-16. She expressed her thanks to Council for allowing
members of the public to express their views openly and freely at last week's meeting. She
noted she was grateful for a system of democracy that allows people to voice their concerns
and opinions and to be given consideration no matter how they stand on an issue. She also
noted that Land Over Landings has commissioned a study on the economic benefits which
will add a valuable perspective to the lands in order to contribute to a sustainable and
prosperous future.
(VI) Correspondence
1. Corr.49-16
Alexander Harras
Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk
Town of Ajax
65 Harwood Avenue South
Ajax, ON L1 S 2H9
Resolution #221/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Corr. 49-19 received from Alexander Harras, Manager of Legislative
Services/Deputy Clerk, Town of Ajax seeking endorsement of a resolution passed on
October 17th, 2016 with respect to access to Durham Regional Transit at Seniors
Residences be endorsed.
2. Corr.50-16
Lorne Coe, MPP
Queen's Park Office
Rm 430, Main Legislative Building
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and
Jim McEwen, Vice -President
Durham Region Stroke Recovery Group
1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, ON
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
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Resolution # 222/16
That Corr. 50-16 from Lorne Coe, MPP, Jim McEwen, Vice -President, Durham Region
Stroke Recovery Group seeking endorsement of MPP Coe's Private Members Bill 9, an
Act to End Age Discrimination Against Stroke Patients be endorsed.
3. Corr. 51-16
Bruce MacDonald, Executive Director
Durham Region Cycling Coalition
and
Jamie Stuckless, Executive Director
Share the Road Cycling Coalition
Resolution #223/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
Carried
That Corr. 51-16 from Bruce MacDonald and Jamie Stuckless seeking endorsement for
the investment of funds to cycling infrastructure by issuing a letter to the Province of
Ontario requesting that they roll out the funds for cycling infrastructure within the first
year of the Climate Change Action Plan and invest the full $225 million in cycling
infrastructure over the next five years be endorsed.
4. Corr.52-16
Debbie Shields
City Clerk
City of Pickering
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Resolution #224/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Corr. 52-16 from Debbie Shields, City Clerk, seeking endorsement for the
appointments to the Civic Awards Committee as noted in the attachment be endorsed.
5. Corr.53-16
B.E. Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning
And Economic Development
Region of Durham
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby, ON L1 N 6A3
Resolution #225/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
Carried
That Corr. 53-16 from B.E. Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning and Economic
Development, Region of Durham seeking Council endorsement for the nomination of
Mr. Gord Taylor as the Pickering representative on the Durham Agricultural Advisory
Committee for the remainder of the 2015-2018 term be endorsed.
6. Corr.54-16
Jennifer O'Connell
MP Pickering -Uxbridge
1154 Kingston Road, Unit 4
Pickering, ON L1 V 1 B4
Resolution #226/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
Carried
That Corr. 54-16 from Jennifer O'Connell, MP, Pickering -Uxbridge, providing
information from the Government of Canada and the Ministry of Transport with respect
to the Federal Transport Lands in Pickering be received for information.
Carried
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(VII) Committee Reports
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Report EC 2016-09 of the Executive Committee
Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 22-16
2016 Year End Audit
Council Decision
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1. That the Audit Service Plan as submitted by Deloitte LLP, included as
Attachment 1 to this report be received for information; and
2. That the Chief Administrative Officer and the Division Head, Finance & Treasurer
be authorized to sign the Master Services Agreement on behalf of the City.
CEO, Pickering Public Library, Report LIB 01-16
Pickering Local History Collection Strategic Plan
Council Decision
1. That Council receive for information the Pickering Local History Collection Strategic
Plan as per Attachment 1; and
2. That Council support the concept of a shared records storage facility as part of a
future Central Library expansion.
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report BYL 01-16
8tn Annual Toys for Tickets and Food for Fines 2016
Council Decision
1. That parking tickets issued between December 1 through 16, 2016 be eligible for
the Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program; and
2. That the Toys for Tickets/Food for Fines program be implemented from
December 1 through December 16, 2016.
4. Director, Community Services, Report CS 14-16
Community Association Lease Agreement
-South Pickering Seniors Club
Council Decision
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That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease Agreement
with South Pickering Seniors Club set out in Attachment 1 to this Report, subject
to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services and
the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and
2. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as
indicated in this report.
5. Director, Community Services, Report CS 15-16
Diana, Princess of Wales Park
- Licence Renewal Agreement
Council Decision
1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a license renewal
agreement with the Minister of Infrastructure — Hydro One Networks Inc. for a
further 5 year term, commencing January 1, 2017, and ending on December 31,
2021 that is in a form satisfactory to the Director, Corporate Services & City
Solicitor; and
2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
6. Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 19-16
Request for Proposal No. RFP-11-2016
Consulting Services for Claremont Drainage Plan
Council Decision
That the Proposal No. RFP-11-2016 submitted by Amec Foster Wheeler
Environment & Infrastructure to undertake the consulting services for Claremont
Drainage Plan, in the amount of $161,707.52 (HST included) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $221,734.00 (HST included), including the
RFP amount, and associated costs, and the total net project cost of $199,678.00
(net of HST rebate) be approved;
3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the total net
project cost of $199,678.00 as follows:
a) The sum of $149.678.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Rate
Stabilization Reserve;
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b) The sum of $50,000.00 to be funded by a contribution from the Regional
Municipality of Durham;
4. That a copy of this report be forwarded to the Commissioner of Works, Region of
Durham; and
5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
7. Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 26-16
Proposed Parking Restrictions
-Hamlet of Cherrywood
Council Decision
1. That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule "2" to By-law
6604/05 to provide for the regulation of parking on highways or parts of highways
under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Pickering, specifically to
address parking concerns on Rosebank Road and Third Concession Road.
2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
8. Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 27-16
Quotation No. Q-56-2016
Hedgerow Place Storm Sewer Improvements
Council Decision
1. That Quotation No. Q-56-2016 submitted by Bry Ron Contracting Limited for
Hedgerow Place Storm Sewer Improvements in the total quotation amount of
$58,556.60 (HST included) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $66,672.00 (HST included), including the
quotation amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of
$60,040.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
3. That Council authorizes the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost in the amount of $60,040.00 as follows:
a) the sum of $40,000.00 as provided for in the 2016 Capital Budget -
Stormwater Management to be funded from the Provincial Grant -
Transportation Initiatives;
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b) the over expenditure in the amount of $20,040.00 to be funded from
property taxes; and
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 21-16
Insurance Renewal — January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017
Council Decision
That the City of Pickering renew its property, liability and other insurance policies
through Jardine Lloyd Thompson Canada Inc. (JLT) for the period January 1,
2017 to December 31, 2017 in the amount of $601,947 (plus applicable taxes)
and inclusive of terms and conditions acceptable to the Director, Finance &
Treasurer;
2. That the insurance coverage through JLT be for a period of one (1) year with an
option in favour of the City to extend the coverage on the same terms and
conditions for a second one year renewal term, subject to Council approval;
3. That L.V. Walker & Associates be confirmed as the City's Adjuster of Record for
property, liability and other insurance and related matters;
4. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to settle any claims
including employing resources to'investigate and defend claims, adjusting and
legal fees, where it is in the City's interest to do so;
5. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to purchase additional
insurance, make changes to deductibles and existing coverages, and alter terms
and conditions as becomes desirable or necessary to limit potential liability
exposure and to protect the assets of the City and its elected officials and staff;
and
6. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
10. Division Head, Human Resources, Report HUR 02-16
OMERS Normal Retirement Age Conversion
-Fire Non -union Management Group
Council Decision
1. That Council enact a By-law to amend the normal retirement age from 60 years
under the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) primary
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pension plan to provide that the normal retirement age for the Fire Non -union
Management Group shall be 65 years effective January 1, 2017; and
2. That the appropriate officials be authorized to take the necessary actions
included in this report.
Resolution #227/16
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That Report 2016-09 of the Executive Committee meeting held on November 14, 2016,
be adopted.
Carried
Report PD 2016-07 of the Planning & Development Committee
(Acting) Director, City Development, Report PLN 17-16
Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 15-004/P
Amendment 27 to the Pickering Official Plan
Informational Revision 22 to the Pickering Official Plan, City Initiated
Official Plan Review: The Environment and Countryside
Council Decision
a) That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 15-004/P, initiated by the
City of Pickering, to change existing policies and schedules, and add new
policies to the Pickering Official Plan with regard to the natural environment
and countryside areas, be approved;
b) That Schedule A (Sheet 3 of 3 of Schedule I — Land Use Structure) in
Recommended Amendment 27 to the Pickering Official Plan be
replaced with Revised Schedule A; and
c) That the Draft By-law to adopt Amendment 27 to the Pickering Official
Plan, to change existing policies and schedules, and add new policies to
the Pickering Official Plan with regard to the natural environment and
countryside areas, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 17-16, be
forwarded to Council for enactment;
2. That Council adopt Informational Revision 22 to the Pickering Official Plan as set
out in Appendix II to Report PLN 17-16;
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3. That the City Clerk forward the Notice of Adoption to the Region of Durham and to
each person or public body that provided written or verbal comments at the Open
House, the Public Meeting, the Planning & Development Committee or the City
Council meetings;
4. That, in light of recent actions by the Federal Government and the announcement
in the Canada Gazette, the Federal Government be requested to expedite the
process to enable a decision on the future use of the remaining Federal lands
proposed as an airport, consistent with Resolution #164/14 as adopted by
Pickering Council on January 27, 2014;
5. That a copy of Report PLN 17-16 and Council's Resolution thereon be
forwarded to the Minister of Transport, the Member of Parliament for
Pickering -Uxbridge, and the Members of Provincial Parliament for Ajax -
Pickering and Pickering -Scarborough East.
Resolution #228/16
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That Report 2016-07 of the Planning & Development Committee meeting held on
November 14, 2016, be adopted.
Carried
(VIII) New and Unfinished Business
Fire Chief Report FIR 03-16
Fire Hall #2 Outdoor Diesel Generator
-Request for Quotation No. Q-26-2016
Resolution #229/16
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That Quotation No. Q-26-2016 submitted by Standby Generator Services Inc. in
the amount of $76,235.45 (HST included) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $85,275.00 (HST included), including the
amount of the proposal and other associated costs, and the total net project cost
of $76,793.00 (net of HST rebate), be approved;
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3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost as follows:
a) The sum of $60,000.00, as provided for in the 2016 Capital Budget Fire
Services, to be funded by a transfer from the Rate Stabilization Reserve;
b) The sum of $16,793.00 to be funded from property taxes; and
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
2. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 08-16
Method of filling Vacancy
-City Councillor Ward 3
A discussion period took place with staff responding to questions raised regarding
timing in the event of a by-election, previous voter turnout, as well as the costs
involved and the next steps and alternatives should the motion for a by-election or
appointment be lost. Members also discussed previous motions regarding by-
elections and appointments.
Resolution #230/16
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1. That pursuant to Section 262(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Council of The
Corporation of the City of Pickering declares the office of City Councillor, Ward 3
to be vacant;
2. That Council select one of the following options for filling the vacancy:
a) That Council authorize a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy;
OR
b) That Council fill the vacancy by appointment; and
3. That the City Clerk be given authority to give effect thereto.
Carried as Amended
Later in the Meeting
[Refer to Following Motions]
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Resolution # 231/16
Moved by Councillor Ashe "
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That the motion be divided to deal, with Recommendation,1 separately. ,
Carried. on ;a Recorded
Vote as Follows:
Yes No
Councillor Ashe = Councillor Brenner
Councillor Cumming Councillor McLean
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan _
Resolution # 232/16
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That the City of Pickering -declare the,office of City Councillor, Ward 3 to be vacant.
Carried
Resolution.# 233/16
Moved by Councillor Ashe
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That Council, authorize a by-election to be -held to fill the vacancy.
Motion Lost on a Tied
Recorded Vote as Follows:
Yes No
Councillor Brenner Councillor Ashe
Councillor Cumming Councillor Pickles
Councillor -McLean'" Mayor Ryan
A'discussion period ensued with respect'to, community engagement to enable other
interested parties to be,considered.for appointment. Council also discussed the runner .
up for the City Councillor, Ward 3, position from th.e 2014, Municipal Election.
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Council took a ten minute recess and reconvened at 9:00 pm
Resolution #234/16
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That Council fill the vacancy by appointment, and that Shaheen Butt be appointed City
Councillor, Ward 3.
Carried on a Recorded
Vote as Follows:
Yes No
Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner
Councillor Cumming Councillor McLean
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
The main motion as amended was then Carried.
3. Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 24-16
Tender for the Pine Creek Outfall Channel Restoration
-Tender No. T-17-2016
Resolution #235/16
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1. That Tender No. T-17-2016 for the Pine Creek Outfall Channel Restoration as
submitted by R&M Construction in the total tendered amount of $840,731.88
(HST included) be accepted;
2. That Aquafor Beech Limited be retained as a consultant in the amount of
$85,920.00 (HST extra) to undertake the contract administration and construction
supervision of Tender No. T-17-2016 Pine Creek Outfall Channel Restoration;
3. That the total gross project cost of $1,162,130.00 (HST included), including the
tendered amount, contract administration, construction supervision, and other
associated costs, and the total net project cost of $1,046,534.00 (net of HST
rebate) be approved;
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4. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the total net
project cost of $1,046,534.00 as follows:
a) The sum $504,000.00 to be funded from the York Region Southeast
Collector (SEC) Enhancement Fund;
b) The sum of $40,000.00 to be funded from the Investing in Ontario
Provincial Grant;
c) The sum of $407,053.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Development
Charges (DC) - City's Share Reserve;
d) The sum of $95,481.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Development
Charges-Stormwater Management (SWM) Reserve Fund; and
5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
(IX) Notice of Motion
a) Guidelines to Protect Community Character (Infill)
Councillor McLean reiterated his conflict of interest and did not take part in or vote on
the matter.
Resolution #236/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
Whereas the City of Pickering recognizes the importance of community character and
its preservation where infill construction takes place;
Whereas the Planning Act enables approvals when it involves Draft Plans of
Subdivision, but provides no jurisdiction to enable municipalities to impose conditions
for individual building permits not subject to Draft Plan Conditions;
Now Therefore be it resolved that the City Development Department commence a
community engagement process via the establishment of a focus group that will enable
Pickering to establish the creation of guidelines that will encourage developers and
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builders to be mindful of established community character when bringing forward draft
plans and/or individual building permits in communities such as Fairport Beach, South
Rosebank and others within Pickering.
And that City staff forward copies of this resolution to all City of Pickering community
associations and ratepayer groups seeking appointments to this focus group.
Carried
b) Municipal Revenue Tools
Discussion ensued with Councillor Brenner outlining the challenges of balancing the
needs of the community with the needs of the taxpayer. Through this motion he
identifies the need to reach out to the Ministry for clarification on other tools which may
be available to compete with the private sector to provide services for profit in order to
earn additional revenue. It was also noted that under the Municipal Act, user fees which
allow cost recovery are currently permitted, but not for profit.
Resolution #237/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
Whereas municipalities in Ontario continue to be challenged to examine revenue raising
tools as an option to decrease the increasing burden of residential property taxation;
Whereas municipalities such as the City of Pickering see an increasing need for the
level of services and deteriorating infrastructures;
Whereas municipalities are responsible for making local decisions, including
compliance with any and all statutes or regulations set by the Province of Ontario;
Whereas the Municipal Act provides a framework that can enable municipalities to
utilize a range of Economic Development tools to generate revenue that can offset the
burden of property taxation;
Now Therefore be it resolved that the City of Pickering seek clarification from the
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on its ability to establish a Municipal Service
Corporation that can sell services to the private sector through the utilization of its public
sector workers and equipment, in an effort to generate revenue to be used to benefit the
tax payers by funding increasing levels of public service and capital infrastructure costs;
And that City staff forward copies of this motion to The Honourable Bill Mauro, Minister
of Municipal Affairs, The Honourable Tracy MacCharles, MPP, Pickering -Scarborough
East, Joe Dickson, MPP Ajax -Pickering, the Region of Durham and all municipalities in
the Region of Durham.
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c)
d)
VIA Rail Station in Pickering
Resolution #238/16
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
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Whereas the City of Pickering is a destination point by virtue of its geographic location
along the Lake Ontario shoreline VIA Rail line;
Whereas the Pickering City Centre Plan, Durham Region Official Plan and Ontario
Places to Grow designates Pickering as a regional hub that will see increasing levels of
intensification within its centre to accommodate an additional 8,300 persons and 8,700
jobs over the next 20 years and beyond;
Whereas in addition to the potential for corporate office development within the City
Centre Plan, a new innovation employment corridor will be built abutting the 401
corridor;
Whereas the ability to move people in an efficient cost effective manner is a priority of
all levels of government and consistent with the management philosophy, vision and
mission of VIA Rail Canada;
Now Therefore be it resolved that the City of Pickering request VIA Rail Canada to
incorporate into the newly renovated expanded Pickering GO Train Station, a VIA Rail
stop along its east -west Lakeshore corridor line;
And that City of Pickering staff forward copies of this motion to Yves Desjardines-
Siciliano, President and CEO of VIA Rail Canada, Bruce McCuaig, President and CEO
of Metrolinx, Jennifer O'Connell, MP, Pickering -Uxbridge, The Honourable Tracy
MacCharles, MPP, Pickering -Scarborough East and Joe Dickson, MPP Ajax -Pickering.
Carried
Arrive Alive
Councillor Brenner outlined the intent of the motion which is to ensure the safekeeping
of the public by seeking legislation which governs transit operators. He also noted this
motion is aimed at protecting responsible citizens who are taking all the right measures
when out drinking, but are unaware the next day that they may be over the legal limits.
Resolution #239/16
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Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor McLean
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Whereas the City of Pickering strives to be a leader in its support for proactive
measures that can reduce the risks associated with drinking and driving;
Whereas while there has been increased levels of enforcement, education and
awareness about not drinking and driving, more needs to be done to address growing
concerns related to drinking and driving and the morning after effects by responsible
drinkers who take appropriate steps when leaving a bar via a designated driver or
similar such programs and show up for work the next day, unaware that they continue
to have levels of alcohol in their system;
Whereas countries such as France, Finland, Norway, Sweden and others have
implemented or are in the process of implementing legislation requiring all vehicles that
transport people or are contracted by various levels of government that interact in the
public realm must have a proactive Alcohol Countermeasure System installed on
vehicles;
Whereas equipment such as the ACS Alcolock System provides safeguards that will
prevent and alert an operator of a vehicle if their blood alcohol level is too high and that
they and the public may be at risk;
Whereas installation of such devices not only improves public safety, but may also
reduce the cost of fleet insurance policies;
Now Therefore be it resolved that the City of Pickering request the Province of Ontario
to implement legislation that will require operators of public transportation vehicles to
have installed devices that will proactively prevent the risks associated with high blood
alcohol levels the morning after drinking;
Now therefore be it further resolved that City staff forward copies of this motion to The
Honourable Steven Del Duca, Minister of Transportation, all Regional Municipalities
within the GTA that operate public transit, including Metrolinx, The Honourable Tracy
MacCharles, MPP, Pickering -Scarborough East, Joe Dickson, MPP Ajax -Pickering and
the Durham Public and Separate School Boards.
Carried
(X) By-laws
7437/15 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036, as amended, to
implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham on Part of
Lot 28, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, City of Pickering. (A 4/12) No action
required — OMB Decision.
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7521/16 Being a by-law to amend By-law Number 2995 to change the normal retirement
age under the OMERS primary pension plan ("Primary Plan"), and the retirement
compensation arrangement that provides benefits for members and former
members of the Primary Plan ("RCA"), in respect of the employees identified
herein.
7522/16 Being a by-law to amend by-law 6604/05 providing for the regulating of traffic
and parking, standing and stopping on highways or parts of highways under the
jurisdiction of the City of Pickering and on private and municipal property.
7523/16 Being a by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law 8362/14 appointing Inspectors.
7524/16 Being a By-law to adopt Amendment 27 to the Official Plan for the City of
Pickering (OPA 15-004/P).
Resolution #240/16
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That By-law Nos. 7521/16 through 7524/16, be approved.
Carried
(XI) Confidential Matters
In accordance with Procedural By-law 7212/12 and the provisions of the Municipal Act,
an In Camera meeting of Council was held prior to the regularly scheduled meeting.
An In Camera meeting of Council has been scheduled in accordance with the
provisions of the Municipal Act and Procedural By-law 7212/12, in that the matters to be
discussed relate to personal matters about an identifiable individual.
a) City of Pickering Appointments
General discussion ensued. Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information.
[City Clerk has custody and control of the In Camera minutes].
Applications were reviewed In Camera in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of
Information and Protection of Privacy Act and personal information was used solely for
the purpose of assessing the applicant's qualifications for appointment to the City's
Accessibility Advisory Committee.
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Resolution #241/1.6
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cumming .
That the recommendations considered at the Closed Meeting of Council confirming
appointments to the Accessibility Advisory Committee, Heritage Pickering. Advisory -
Committee and the Pickering Library Board be approved as follows:
That the following persons be appointed -to the Accessibility Advisory Committee fora
term to expire on November 30, 2018:
Bianca D'Souza
David Wysocki
That the following person be appointed to the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee .
for a term to expire on November 30, 2018; .
Basil Lai
That the following person be appointed to the Pickering Library Board for a term to
expire on November 30, 2018
Ajay Vashisht
Carried
(XII) Confirmation By-law .
By-law Number #7525/16
Councillor Pickles, seconded by Councillor Cumming, moved for leave to introduce a
By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of November 21, 2016.
(XIII) Adjournment
Moved' by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Cumming
Carried
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That the meeting be adjourned at 9:31 pm.
Carried .
Dated this 21st day of November, 201-6.,.
Mayor R
Lisa Harker
Deputy Clerk
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